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Just wanted to say, don't necessarily be afraid of fat. Fat in itself is not bad and is actually quite essential. Everyone agrees that trans fats are bad, but most people don't realize that all artificially created fats are equally damaging due to their omega 6/3 profiles. I just like to think, if it can't naturally occur,…

I have heard of glycogen replenishment because of the depletion after a hard workout, but I generally thought recovery meals were for very difficult, high intensity work outs. However, it makes sense now so that the OP would not need a bolus of sugar to stabilize. However, by lowering sugar and carb intake, she could…

Hi Elly, I just wanted to offer some encouragement to you. I am actually shocked that your doctor recommended a low carb diet for PCOS. That is, in a GOOD way! Carbs have been shown to have inflammatory effects in many people, and oftentimes the the cysts reduce or disappear once this way of eating is introduced for a…

Hi all, I'm new here but just wanted to give a little input. It seems that around here a restricted calorie diet is the thing, but I am definitely more into this style of Paleo eating. Personally, sugar cravings are curbed, severe hunger diminishes, and it overall just appeals to my historical/scientific approach. I think…